If you're looking for a breakfast spot that absolutely delivers, Lincoln Square Pancake House is…read moreit. This place is the definition of comfort food done RIGHT. We started with coffee and fresh squeezed orange juice, and you can immediately tell they don't cut corners--the OJ tasted bright, fresh, and totally worth it. Now let's talk about the food... because WOW. The Signature Pancake Platter was unreal--fluffy, golden, melt-in-your-mouth pancakes that honestly might be some of the best I've had. Adding the soft poached eggs took it to another level (that perfect yolk ), and the hash browns were crispy on the outside, soft on the inside--exactly how they should be. We also ordered the West Coast Omelet with feta, and it was packed with flavor--super fresh ingredients, cooked perfectly, and a generous portion. And yes... we had to add extra pancakes (no regrets), which were just as amazing the second time around. Shoutout to our server JJ, who was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Service like that really stands out. Everything came out hot, fresh, and quickly, and the portions are more than generous for the price. You definitely won't leave hungry. The benches were the only downside, it is definitely time to replace them! But tables were clean and cute inside. If you're anywhere near here and craving a top-tier breakfast or brunch, don't even think twice--this spot is a MUST. Already planning my next visit!

Took a group of students to Indy for a conference and ate here a couple times. The food was very…read moregood with quick service. It's a typical "diner" menu with eggs, pancakes, French toast, and crepes. They also offer some sandwiches like burgers, chicken sandwich, wraps, and even a Greek gyro. I had a biscuit with gravy, eggs, and hash browns for just $10. I also tried the Hoosier tenderloin (breaded pork sandwich). The kids also loved their food. This is a great, affordable option in downtown Indianapolis. Check it out when in town.

One of my longtime go-to brunch spots in Indy has been Milktooth, and I'm happy to report the…read morerecent transition to "Arleen's" hasn't changed the things I've always loved about the place. Same great staff, same cool space, same open kitchen where a party of one like me can grab a counter seat and watch the chefs do their thing. I've honestly always enjoyed that part of the experience. Today I had the avocado toast with feta and an egg on top, and it totally hit the spot. Earlier this week I tried one of the newer menu items -- fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy, plus a sample of jalapeño cornbread and Asian slaw. Incredible comfort food. And as someone who normally isn't much of a slaw person, I was surprised by how much I loved it. They also tried to tempt me with the roast beef special, which honestly looked great, but at 10:30 in the morning I just couldn't fully commit to roast beef yet. Maybe next time. The new name is a nice tribute to the owner's mother, Arleen, but thankfully it still feels like the Milktooth so many of us have come to enjoy over the years. Definitely worth checking out if you haven't been in awhile.

Food was decent. We had a latke, sourdough waffle, bacon,…read moreeggs. Latke and waffle had good flavor. However, the service was terrible. I waited 30 mins for a drip coffee. 45 mins for the cortado. I personally think our order was probably not put in and forgotten.

Best Restaurant for Breakfast, Their breakfast is spectacular!! Everything is delicious, I love…read moretheir pancakes, eggs and bacon. Their service is pretty good and the staff are very friendly and their service is very good quick to get your food. Thank you Gloria

Came here for lunch one day during work; the establishment has a lot of seating options, is clean,…read moreand feels welcoming. The staff is friendly and quick, and I enjoyed the Indiana Benedict! It was savory and delicious! I want to come back to try more options! Check them out if you are in the area

Yes I am slow on this trend, but I finally went and had breakfast here. Greeted with a smile and my…read moregroup wa seated very quick. We had our coffee before we had time to think and it was Amazing coffee. The mug is so cute (make sure you look into their mug deal if you plan on coming alot) and it was kept full by a team of smiling staff. The menu is broad variety of items yet they were over the top creations. I am a huge crepe fan, but I like savory crepes not the super sweet kinds, so I went with Swedish pancakes instead. I also tried the chicken apple sausage, it was not what I expected, ground chicken with light seasoning in a rough patty shape. The Swedish pancakes where good and a huge portion. I tasted the traditional pancakes and they are very good ,with the addition of their syrup it was dynamite . The decor is vintage 90s and I was there for it, even the locks and handles in the bathroom were adorable. Overall it was a good meal, bit pricey for breakfast food in my opinion but I would go back and share a meal.

We were hoping for lunch, but The Original Pancake House only serves breakfast items. I should have…read morefigured that put from the name. This is an old school pancake house where they refresh your coffee when you're halfway through. Oh, the coffee is free for seniors that purchase an entree. My husband had free coffee (and he had about 4 cups). He said the coffee is good. They have their own labelled roasted coffee. So, it's either eggs or pancakes or both. My husband had the Morning Plate with pancakes, bacon and an egg. The thick sliced bacon is awesome with a ton of flavor and certainly memorable. He devoured the pancakes after drowning them in a cup of syrup. He enjoyed his breakfast lunch. I had the Veggie Bowl that included hash browns, topped with a nice mix of vegetables (spinach, pepper, broccoli, onions), and avocado smothered in cheese and topped with two eggs. I felt like the huge bowl was mostly healthy. I took half home, there was a lot of food. Daniel, our server, and all the other servers were super sweet and helpful. My water stayed full. My husband's coffee stayed full. The dining room is filled with booths that are comfortable for the most part. There is a 90's country vibe inside with stained glass and lots of green. I imagine people come in to drink coffee and gab. The only thing that I will call out was the host, who unwelcoming and definitely board with his job. I usually don't single out bad service, but this guy really sets a bad tone for the place. The restrooms are nice and clean. There's plenty of parking in the shared strip mall lot. The lot is a little dangerous as you half to walk across traffic to get into the restaurant.

Met my friend for brunch and good thing she got a seat, it was busy! Cute little restaurant. The…read moremenu was big but I knew I wanted breakfast. I ordered the hungry boy with a side of shredded hash browns. It was good, I just wished it had been hot. It was not even warm. My only other suggestion is maybe ask the customer if they want powdered sugar on their French toast or pancakes...I honestly don't like it but it also wasn't listed they add it on the menu in the description. Most places will ask you especially if it's not listed on the menu. Had the waitress asked that I would have opted to not have it otherwise it was a good breakfast for the cost. Amanda was nice and attentive. I appreciate that. The young lady at the register was friendly as we checked out. This is a one and done considering I don't live near here it was just a meeting place my friend picked.

My 5 Takeaways (in under 60 seconds)…read more  Location: Good location near Southport Road. Plenty of parking.   Vibe: Family-oriented, lively, and definitely a popular place to eat.   Service: Top-tier service. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Our waitress did a wonderful job - zero complaints.   Food: 10 out of 10. The food was cooked to perfection and nicely presented. Everything was delicious, especially the French Toast! Really good Orange Juice too! Quick Tip: Best meal - Steak and Two Eggs (w/ hash browns and toast).

first time having a croissant french toast and it was delicious but pretty sweet. crunchy on the…read moreoutside w/ pecans and soft on the inside. not sure if it's a seasonal thing but it made me really happy that the side of fruits did not have any melons!! for being the same cost as most of their omelettes, i wish it came w/ one more side or be priced at $1-2 less. cute spot in indy close the convention center and great service. would come back again next time i'm in town!

I wanted to like this place more- the food was good, but everything else made it feel not worth it…read more Went to brunch with some friends on Saturday morning and although the crowd suggested a long wait, they said it would only be 15 minutes. Great! And they stuck to that- we were seated on time, but then the issues started. We were sat at the same time as another table of 4 next to us. We got our menus and put our drinks in... and then waited, and waited... I got a hot chocolate that wasn't even hot when I sipped it, and tasted pretty bland. My friends got coffees that they liked, but our waitress seemed so annoyed to be working there! She was very curt and I understand if you're busy, but maybe try for some customer service... We ordered our food (as did the table next to us) and waited soooo long, like 30+ minutes, and we were considering flagging down the wait staff to ask about it, but our waitress never seemed to even be around to ask questions... anyway, we finally got the food, and it was tasty, but I just don't think I would bother with this place again.

A great place for brunch in Broad Ripple! Bright and airy from the outside as well as inside too…read more Everyone was friendly and the service was fast. The food was good. It had a 50's vibe to it. They had outdoor patio and a bar top to eat along with booths and tables. They had a lot on the menu! Man, I wish I would've noticed the apple butter with Italian fried biscuits rolled in cinnamon sugar. Those would've been good! I noticed they had a strawberry jelly in little jars on the table they must make too. Bloody Marys, screwdrivers, mimosas were all available for brunch. Something you don't see often is eggs in purgatory. I've heard of it but never seen it on a menu. There were so many different things to get it was hard to choose! My biscuits and gravy were great!! Yum! They close at 2:00 pm so keep that in mind.

It's surprisingly difficult to find decent biscuits and gravy around Indy. But, oh joy! Good…read moreMorning Mama's has great biscuits and gravy. The gravy is homemade and has actual sausage in it (!) and it's served hot, not lukewarm. And if you get an egg cooked over easy to add to the mess, the egg will be cooked perfectly. Now, the biscuits in the b&gs may or may not be homemade. If you must know (and I know you must), the biscuits are a little too soft to hold up to all of that gravy. I wish the biscuits were just a touch more crispy on the outside. But this is me nitpicking. For great biscuits and gravy, go to Good Morning Mama's. For a great and unusual sandwich, get the Mama's Favorite: sliced hardboiled eggs, bacon, red onions, tomato, pickles, dill havarti cheese and horseradish aioli on slices of brioche bread. It sounds like a crazy amalgam of ingredients and a crotchety old man's dream sandwich, but just trust me! The Mama's Favorite might be a favorite for a reason. It's really freaking good. You're not going to want to make out with anyone after eating it, but you could also use it as a litmus test: How much do you want to make out with me? Are you willing to taste dill pickles and funky cheese and boiled eggs? Are you feeling lucky, punk? Because anyone who would make out with you after you ate this sandwich would be lucky, indeed. The soup of the day was Italian Wedding Soup, which had mini meatballs and spinach leaves and thin spaghetti noodles in a chicken broth-based soup. It was good. You can get a cup or bowl of any of the soups. Good Morning Mama's has a very nice ambiance going on: You seat yourself, which I am 100% behind always. You can sit outside on their big patio, or anywhere in their indoor dining room, which has booths and tables and even bar seating. Grab a menu as you enter. It's a very casual and relaxed vibe here. The service is top-notch, friendly and personable but efficient and casual, like the servers have been serving for decades. I like Good Morning Mama's a lot.

I have no idea if there is a market segment that can be described as "fancy Denny's". Walking into…read morethis clean, bright place I knew it was a chain (there is something just a bit sterile about these places) so I know that consistency would abide. I got a Portuguese Skillet, the wife got her normal scrambled eggs well done, sausage, potatoes and toast. My skillet (hash browns, Chouriçoa sausage, scrambled egg, chopped peppers) came with an option of pancakes, they were good but I could have skipped them- that Skillet is filling! Everything was prepared well, came out pretty quickly. Our server, Ruth, was polite and effective. She engaged at just the right amount to make us feel welcome, without hovering. It's not inexpensive, but I do think fairly priced for today's economics, we spent $40-ish. If we lived near one of these would likely come in from time to time.

Went to brunch here by myself while I was in town for work. I was seated quickly when I arrived,…read moreand the staff were friendly and attentive throughout my visit. I ordered the veggie frittata and a latte. The portion was honestly much bigger than I expected, which was a nice surprise. Both the food and the latte were really enjoyable. Unfortunately, since I was on a work trip, I couldn't take the leftovers with me--otherwise I definitely would have. I'd happily visit again if I'm ever back in the area.